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If you enjoy extreme sports without the element of extreme risk then perhaps some high speed sailing, jet skiing or wakeboarding would be ideal activities for you? There are fantastic water sport centres all over Tuscany where lessons can be booked, and also shops to hire equipment to enjoy yourself!

The Livorno and Versilia coastal areas are particularly abundant in these facilities and have a wonderful selection of Tuscany vacation rentals available, most with spectacular views of the sea to choose from.


Start your adventure holiday with a refreshing trip out to sea in a stimulating speedboat ride, a yacht or a tour boat and breathe in the fresh salty air. This is a wonderful opportunity to see the beauty of the Tuscan coastline like you’ve never seen it before. Gaze upon the majestic ruins of old fortresses, explore secluded beaches on the islands belonging to the Tuscan Archipelago and look below the surface of the crystal clear waters in search of shipwrecks that struck some treacherous rocks many years ago!

For those who enjoy extreme sports with a bit of danger attached then perhaps an exhilarating fast paced journey along the River Serchio in a white water raft or even hydro-speeding could be the exact holiday activity you’re looking for in Tuscany!

There are many charming towns and villages along the river that have a lovely range of accommodation to choose from, including some pretty holiday villas in Bagni di Lucca.

Begin your adventurous water trail further upstream before the River Lima merges with the River Serchio.

Start from the Mammiano suspension bridge or further down at Casabasciana Bridge and race along the many waterfalls and rapids in this thrilling white water river for over forty kilometres until you reach the calmer waters that run along Bagni di Lucca. This intoxicating level of speed and risk has made it the perfect location for rafting enthusiasts to head to.

If you’re seeking a place to go on holidays that offers a huge selection of exhilarating sports to do, then look no further than Tuscany! There are superb water, air, skiing and land activities scattered all over the region for you to choose from.

Pick from a wonderful selection of Tuscany villa rentals on the coast like Livorno that are packed with lots of extreme water activities or in a cosy farmhouse rental tucked into the foothills of the Apennines where activities like rock climbing and canyoning can be enjoyed. Wherever you decide to stay in Tuscany, there’s always a fun sports centre within driving distance!

Get your adrenaline pumping with a breathtaking and fast paced white water raft journey down the raging River Serchio or go a step further by trying a new and exciting water sport called hydro-speed. This involves gearing up in a wetsuit and flippers and strapping a lightweight float onto your front before diving into a fast moving river and swimming at high speeds along it! This is certainly the ideal sport for those who love taking risks so be prepared to get a few bumps along the way!

If you would like to go somewhere on you Italian holiday that’s full of thrills and excitement, Massaciuccoli Lake in the Versilia area of Tuscany would be ideal for you! Located only twenty kilometres from the cities of Lucca and Pisa, this charming part of Tuscany is easily reached.

There are plenty of fascinating tourist activities available here and for those wishing to stay a few days to enjoy it fully; there is a fine selection of glorious luxury villa rentals in Viareggio town and all over the Versilia region to choose from.


Start the day with a beautiful drive around Massaciuccoli Lake from the town of Viareggio to Torre del Lago, less than four kilometres away. You will drive through a stunning avenue along the way which is lined with ripening lime trees that invigorates the senses!

Massaciuccoli Lake is actually the well drained remains of a lagoon that was formed a long time ago by the Serchio River. Its deepest point is barely more than two metres but its mineral rich waters have supported a colourful array of flora and fauna through the years.

If you enjoy browsing around the shops on your holidays then the towns within the Versilia region of Tuscany have everything you could possibly desire! Visitors wishing to stay in the Versilia area for a few days have a plentiful choice of tuscany villa rentals in Forte dei Marmi town to enjoy a pleasant stay, for example

Many artisan shops are scattered across the Versilia area, selling jewellery, marble sculptures, cosmetics, beautiful pottery, ornaments and much more. Enjoy strolling around the winding streets of Pietrasanta and looking at all the beautiful products on display in shop fronts. If you're a huge fan of retail therapy then why not read our article on the best shopping malls in Tuscany to help you plan your fun shopping experience here!

While you’re there, a climb up to the ruins of what was once the majestic Rocca di Sala will provide you with spectacular views of the Apuan Mountains and the winding Tuscan coast.